Irfan Pathan: Left Movement

Irfan Khan Pathan, born on 27 October 1984 in Baroda, was fast-tracked into the India team and was a core member of the national team until a decline in form set in during 2006, forcing him out of the team. Since then, he has been in and out of the limited-overs team because of injuries and loss of form, and has only made sporadic appearances in Test cricket.

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Keeper Parthiv Patel celebrates with Irfan Pathan of India after the wicket of Matthew Hayden during the 2nd Test between Australia and India at the Adelaide Oval on December 12, 2003 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Dadswell/Getty Images)

Keeper Parthiv Patel celebrates with Irfan Pathan of India after the wicket of Matthew Hayden during the 2nd Test between Australia and India at the Adelaide Oval on December 12, 2003 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Dadswell/Getty Images)

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